Safety Organized Practice (SOP) Coach - Fayetteville

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Type of Position:

Professional Staff - SupportNo

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

MidSouthmidsouth.ualr.edu

Summary of Job Duties:

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN FAYETTEVILLE. The Safety Organized Practice (SOP) Coach is responsible for the training delivery of Safety Organized Practice, Structured Decision Making, or other contracted training initiatives for identified DCFS families staff and stakeholders. The SOP Coach will provide coaching to all newly hired Social Services Specialists assigned to an Investigations or Differential Response Unit as outlined in the Investigations and Differential Response Coaching Model. The SOP Coach will work with the SOP Training Coordinator, MidSOUTH training staff, DCFS staff, University Partnership staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate and facilitate the statewide training, professional development, and ongoing sustainability of Safety Organized Practice in Arkansas. This position is directly responsible to the Safety Organized Practice Training Coordinator. This is a full-time annually renewed grant-funded position. Extensive travel is required. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree plus one (1) year of professional experience with children and families;

• Professional experience in mentoring, teaching, or training.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field;

• Professional Experience with child maltreatment assessments;

• Experience and training in curriculum development and training delivery;

• Experience presenting to large groups.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Training:

• Provide statewide training of DCFS contracted training initiatives for identified DCFS staff and stakeholders;

• Provide coaching of Safety Organized Practice when requested;

• Provide coaching of newly hired Social Services Specialists assigned to

  an Investigations or Differential Response Unit in the applicable DCFS

  area;

• Provide SOP office hours as requested by DCFS;

• Attend Training of Trainers, DCFS mandatory trainings, and continuing education workshops when relevant to the position.

Collaboration:  

• Work collaboratively with MidSOUTH training staff, DCFS staff, University Partnership staff, and other stakeholders;

• Engage in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities (e.g., case readings), as requested by DCFS, to ensure fidelity to the SOP practice model;

• Attend quarterly Regional Team Meetings to discuss DCFS initiatives and training when requested;

• Attend quarterly academic partnership meetings;

• Participate in DCFS workgroups when requested.

Record Keeping and Maintenance:

• Maintain a monthly record of training activities and staff/university partnership contacts;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to travel extensively in the state, which will include overnight stays;

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include nights and weekends;

• Possess exemplary public speaking and interpersonal skills;

• Ability to use customer service initiatives for clients and the campus community;

• Ability to work independently;

• Ability to meet multiple program deadlines, and manage multiple tasks;

• Experience using Microsoft Office;

• Possess a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation;

• Ability to maintain a monthly record of contacts;

• Knowledge of the Arkansas Child Welfare System;

• Ability to train others.

Additional Information:

$47,000 - $50,000Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Mary Tillman, Administrative Support Manager, mjtillman@ualr.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Driving, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion

Benefits Eligible:

Yes